Texas FSBO June/July 2018

TexasFSBO.com - Vol.18 No.3

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$949,000 Lake Conroe/April Sound

Adam 936-524-4298

$1,179,000 Bellaire

Doron Email Please

Beautifully remodeled waterfront home situated on an oversized lot in the gated community of April Sound. Incredible open water views from almost every room, this home is a must see! Full remodel in 2016 includes quartz and granite countertops, custom cabinetry, wood flooring and tile, crown molding, lighting, fixtures, and paint. Bulkhead replaced in 2016 as well as the addition of a double jet ski lift in 2017. With a wrap around shaded back porch overlooking more than 150 feet of bulkhead and a north facing view, you can sit and enjoy the sunrise and sunset comfortably!

TexasFSBO.com ID#528199

Gorgeous home on prime Bellaire street. Warm and inviting open floor plan ideal for entertaining. Elegant dining room with bar and butler’s pantry. Hardwood floors and high ceilings. Updated kitchen with stainless Thermador appliances, granite island and breakfast bar. Opens to family.living room overlooking stunning updated pool 92012), outdoor living area, outdoor fire pit and more. Mosquito system. 4 spacious 2nd floor bedrooms and 3rd floor game room. Huge updated media room/guest quarters (2012) above garage adds a 5th bedroom, full bath and wet bar. Detached media room/guest quarters adds an additional 600 square feet not included in the house square footage. TexasFSBO.com ID#531214

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$375,000 East Downtown

Kenneth 630-915-6371

$1,999.900 Bellaire

Gary 713-828-2208

Gorgeous, luxurious home in East Downtown. With 3 BRs, 3 full baths, and 2 car garage. Palacial living area with high ceiling, and a wall of windows. Venetian blinds throughout. Hardwood floors/ stairs, recessed lighting with energy efficient LED bulbs. Stainless steel appliances & refrigerator.

Private backyard w/large deck, pergola, and edison string lights. Mature, manicured trees and plants provide an oasis in the city. Granite counter tops in kitchen and bathrooms. Balcony allows for convenient grilling. Unique features include wine bar/fridge, dual shower in master bath, office nook, and alarm system installed. Quick access to I10, I45, I59, & 288. Minutes from Toyota Center, Discovery Green Park, Minute Maid Park, GRB Convention Center. TexasFSBO.com ID#531375

Breathtaking BENTLEY CUSTOM HOME on quiet, desirable street in Bellaire!This home has it ALL - Master down, 5 Bdrms, Game Room, Media Room, large Gym, Study, Elevator already installed & Outdoor Living Space w/ Outdoor Kitchen, Heated Pool and Spa! Feel the WOW factor when you walk through the front door! Home features iPad controlled Crestron System, custom media room seating, & 2 washer and dryers in the oversized utility room. This is the perfect house for entertaining. My Castle agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID #516957

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$441,000 Kevin Meyerland/Westbury 832-766-0646

Welcome to your new home. Light & bright interior. Beautifully updated throughout.

Large kitchen features; new stainless steel appliances including fridge, breakfast area, media nook and abundant cabinets. New upgraded tile floor, hardwood floors in master and new carpet in secondary bedrooms. TexasFSBO.com ID #483306

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Great Opportunity in Hunters Creek Village. Located on a quiet tree lined street, this 10,000 sf lot is ideal for your new dream home. The existing 4/3.5 home with pool can also be remodeled but is being sold “as is”.. Excellent SBISD schools; Hunters Creek Elementary, Spring Branch Middle, Memorial HS. Memorial Village Police & Fire Departments. TexasFSBO.com ID #529349

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$875,000 John Hunter Creek/Memorial 713-449-1379

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$1,769,000 Hannah Upper Kirby Email Please

$1,285,000 Spring Valley

$414,000 Ethan Heights 832-386-3678

$1,190,000 Nina River Oaks area Email Please

This stunning, contemporary, like-new home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac in the soughtafter community of Temple Terrace. With amazing views of Buffalo Bayou Park, it backs directly to Allen Parkway, so you can walk out your back gate to start your morning jog or dog walk! This 4-story gem features an outdoor kitchen with covered patio, deck, heated pool & hot tub, all on the second floor. The living room boasts 20’ ceilings, a gas fireplace, built-in surround sound speakers. Rooftop deck with amazing downtown views. TexasFSBO.com ID#530225

Check out the rooftop terrace! Beautiful, open floor plan on one of the widest, pedestrian-friendly streets in Shady Acres. Three-story home with one bedroom down, living on second, two bedrooms (including master) and utility on the third. Amenities include hardwood floors, granite counters and s/s appliances. TexasFSBO.com #514481

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New Construction - Luxury & Quality at its best. Prime Spring Valley Location. 4/3/2 with 3697 sq ft on a 11/700 sq ft corner lot. Plus space over garage for future expansion. Huge family/living area with wall of windows overlooking large back yard. Master retreat with luxurious bath. Formal dining and study. 4th BR with private bath and sep entrance can be in-law suite. SBISD. High & dry - no flooding. TeasFSBO.com ID#515858

1996 Custom built home by William Carl for current owners. In the River Oaks area on a secluded street. Generous size entry lead to Living/Dining, Family Room & Kitchen. High ceilings in formal living dining combo. Open kitchen and family room with views of garden patio (room for a pool). .3 Bedrooms and 3.5 baths that is ideal for ‘empty nesters’ or for lock and leave.

Master bedroom has his and her baths and large closets. TexasFSBO.com ID#529624

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$549,000 Hong Braes Heights Email please

Exceptional large lot 13,068 Sqt with beautiful Bayou view. Old house has been removed, the lot is cleared and ready for the new construction, seller already finished drawings of floor plans and engineered plans. They were approved by HOA, and under review by city. Seller also provide soil test reports, top and boundary survey and elevation certificate for new construction.

New construction plans feature 5 beds , 5 and ½ baths, total 5760sqt , 2 stories house with 3 car garages and big in- laws suite on the top of garage.

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$574,500 Memorial Bend

Ashley & Scott 225-754-2864

This beautiful New Orleans style Cottage has been completely remodeled in 2013. The home backs up to the Edith Moore Nature Sanctuary and offers a 4th bedroom, upstairs, that overlooks the backyard. This area can be used as a bedroom, office or playroom! The home also offers 2 attic’s for extra storage.

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$848,000 Jeff Memorial Bend 832-875-7948

Imagine living in your own private paradise on this .62 acre lot in Memorial Bend.

Build your custom dream house or reconstruct current mid century modern home.

Ideally located near City Centre, just a short walk to Terry Hershey Park hiking and biking trails. Sprawling wooded lot with abundant nature and wildlife. Selling for lot value. Never flooded before Harvey. Sought after Spring Branch ISD. TexasFSBO.com ID#524684

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$1,590,000 Tanglewood/Memorial

Gary 713-828-2208

$1,050,000 Tanglewood/Memorial

J.Paul 713-377-2857

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Custom designed, extremely private, beautiful home and courtyard in Mediterranean villa style on large corner lot. Enclosed courtyard has loggia and large patio with pool, fountains & lush landscaping. Open & airy, walls of windows, high ceilings downstairs, hardwood floors and custom designed millwork throughout. Downstairs master suite with library/study, spacious closets and storage. Three fireplaces. Two ensuite bedrooms upstairs. Separate backyard with greenhouse.

Parking court. Recent hardwood floors, exterior paint and tile roof. Ideally located just minutes to the Galleria. My Castle Realty agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID#532951

Perched on the banks of a Buffalo Bayou Island this property offers you the opportunity to gaze through walls of windows and enjoy one of Houston's most incomparable views. Situated on the iconic 14th hole of the Houston Country Club golf course which showcases a pond with fountains, you will enjoy wooded views from each of the homes five levels of expansive decks & porches. The home located on a cul-de-sac in a small exclusive gated community offers uncommon seclusion.

Renovate to studs in 2009. TexasFSBO.com ID#526421

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$289,000 Casey Midtown 281-217-8768

Stunning unit with poolside views & an abundance of space, natural window light and ideal balcony. Stainless steel appliances including rare 2 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom with bonus washer/dryer. Granite, wood floors & recessed lighting make for the ultimate setting. TexasFSBO.com ID #503462

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$596,900 - 1/2 city block Ed Hardy St. 713-562-6040

Four prime lots (25,000sf total) occupying half a city block in the 77009 zip code.

Just off of 610, running parallel with Hardy St. Rapidly developing residential and commercial area. Being sold for lot value only. My Castle agent assisted.

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$369,000 Naveen Bellaire 832-567-1024

5,120 sq. foot Residential Lot for Sale in Bellaire. There is a 1,020 square foot home on the property being sold as is. TexasFSBO.com ID#520928

$675,000 CC Bellaire 832-526-8301

Being sold for Lot Value Only! Fantastic opportunity inside the loop! 8775 sft! Perfect size for your dream home! Zoned to Horn Elementary - close to schools/parks and 610/59. This one should not be missed! TexasFSBO.com ID #514282

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$159,000 - 1 acre Mike Crystal Beach/Galveston 713-828-2234

Fabulous Opportunity! 2 lots included (1200 & 1242 Crystal Beach - addtl .1148 acres) - almost 3 acres - already subdivided for building or perfect for an RV Park. Located on a short quiet dead end street, just across from the beach. Electricity - water and cable available. 1 acre pond already on land.

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$415,000 Spring Branch

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Richard 832-585-2848

Beautifully updated 4/2/2 with 2194 sf located in Spring Oaks. Huge backyard with swimming pool.

The kitchen is a Chef’s delight featuring stainless steel appliances and 8 burner gas cookstove. Open floor plan with new hardwood & ceramic tile floors. New ceiling fans, blinds, plumbing/electric fixtures & much much more more! Spring Branch ISD. Easy access to I-10/Beltway 8. TexasFSBO.com ID#531484

$1,239,000 The Heights

SALE PENDING

This quintessential Heights renovation/addition bungalow showcases unique features throughout!

The beautiful 5/3.5 bath home was built in 2012 with great attention to charm and detail. Beautiful hardwoods, gorgeous crown molding, and custom plantation shutters. An expansive chef’s dream kitchen features two ovens, two sinks, stainless steel appliances, large island, granite countertops, and endless custom cabinetry. The master suite is down. Also downstairs is a guest BR with en suite bathroom; three additional spacious BR's upstairs along with impressive game room, bathroom, laundry room, and bonus room. The second story garage apart , beautiful screened back porch, and 6,600 sq. ft. lot with large front and back yards. The home is ideally located – steps to the bike trail. Zoned to Harvard Elem! TexasFSBO.com ID#527560

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$1,100,000 David Tanglewood 713-880-9934

Location, Location, Location!!! Almost 3,000 square foot home sits on .5+ acre lot right Woodway and DID NOT FLOOD during Harvey. Two bedrooms have been converted to one oversized Master suite. Second bedroom is filled with natural light and plantation shutters. Property also has separate guest quarters. Huge yard! Very livable but also a great opportunity to build your own dream home. TexasFSBO.com ID #522163

$1,295,000 Vince Spring Valley 713-498-6630

Schedule your showing of one of the LARGEST HOMES in Spring Branch.

Along with the standards, this house boasts 2 MASTER SUITES, work out room, massage room, children's play room, media room, HUGE OFFICE with dedicated entrance, automated lighting throughout, and heated pool and spa with child safety net. Many more SECRET GEMS about this house will be revealed at showing only. My Castle Realty agent assisted.

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$214,000 Ed Med Ctr/Kirby 713-562-6040

Largest 1 bedroom floorplan in complex, super location, quiet space, convenient to Med Center, Rice U, Rice Village & NRG stadium. Near elevator & stairs on 2nd floor convenient to parking space. Beautiful kitchen with granite, lots of windows, balcony w/ storage closet, utility (in large bath) w/ full size washer & dryer, double sinks. Gym on 4th floor, TV room, meeting room space w/ kitchen, pool table. My Castle Realty agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID#526796

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$2,400 - month Gary 290/Jones 713-828-2208

Beautiful freshly remodeled home in highly sought after Kingwood Greens!

Spacious 3118 sqft consisting of an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath, study / game room, and formal dining room. Open concept between the kitchen, breakfast dining area and living room all leading out to the pool patio. My Castle agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID# 531070

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$1,225,000 Spring Valley

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$439,900 Rod Spring/Northampton 281-300-9985

$615,000 Spring/Champions

R itu 832-212-5212

Northampton Forest home at the end of a culdesac, built in 1999, fully bricked, 5/4/3 master suite down with beautifully tiled walk in shower. Large game room with vaulted ceiling. New carpet upstairs. Granite in kitchen and ALL bathrooms. new roof and exterior trim paint in 2016. NO FLOODING at any time. AC systems have Honeywell TrueCLEAN allergy/asthma air purifiers. Large covered patio with pool & jacuzzi. Driveway secure with automatic security gate.

Large 1/3 acre lot. Klein schools ISD. TexasFSBO.com ID#532918

Stunning custom home in the Exclusive Gated Champion Woods Estates.

Spectacular Entryway leads to the beautiful flowing open floor plan. The home has plenty of natural light throughout. Large kitchen with granite counters and upgrades galore with a sep breakfast area. Both formals. 1st floor Master suite with w-pool tub and sep shower. Four other nice sized bedrooms. Upstairs game room. The backyard has an almost orchard feel with plenty of fruit trees including, plums, guana, oranges, pomegranate, banana & lemons.

TexasFSBO.com ID#529838

$199,000 Steve Bammell/FM1960 832-515-4689

$379,000 James Lake Livingston 713-851-3839

One of a kind house, recently remodeled. Single story home with detached 2 car garage. 4 BR’s, (2 masters) 4 full baths. Tile floors throughout. Beautiful and updated kitchen!! Fresh paint, new windows, granite counter tops. Plenty of closet and storage space! Vent-less Fireplace. Updated HV/AC, high efficiency natural gas tank-less water heater, electric and gas hook up for all appliances. Very low utility costs! Huge lot with large mature shade trees!! Bammel Forest Subdivision no HOA fees! TexasFSBO.com ID#531351

Waterfront home with magnificent views of Lake Livingston inside and out.

Located on Lake Livingstons southern shore, just 70 miles from downtown Houston, this waterfront home is a perfect get away or full-time home. The well maintained 3-bedroom, 2 bath home features an open living room/dining room and kitchen with breakfast bar that flows out onto a water front deck. 70' of open lake frontage, protected by a steel bulkhead and boat dock with boat and jet ski lifts. Large three car garage with a third full bath, sauna and its own deck.

TexasFSBO.com ID#526156

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$549,500 Conroe/Timberline

David 936-672-0942

Beautiful New Landmark custom home! Single family 2523 sqft 4 bedroom 3 full bath, 2 car garage. Located on a beautiful 11+ acres. Farmhouse Style with high ceilings ,crown molding, custom cabinets and lots of upgrades! Minutes from I-45. TexasFSBO.com ID#531144

$393,900 Cypress

Jeannie 832-515-4249

This home is located in a small subdivision with 1 acre or larger lot. With a small number of homes there is sense of community in this neighborhood.

Storage for your boat, RV and a garage/shop are there. There is a car lift that can be purchased separately. There is room for a horse, goat, chickens, etc. Large shaded backyard with pool & covered patio. Extra rooms in the home can be used for an office, exercise room, craft room, etc. The whole house generator will keep you going during Texas storms.

TexasFSBO.com ID #529732

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$542,785 Tomball

Mark 832-229-6307

$274,900 Tomball/Woodlands

Darrin 713-962-8113

Beautiful home on almost 3 acres in Equestrian Friendly Lake Community w/ barn - bring your horses! Open concept floor plan boasts 4/3, study w/French doors, lg. island kitchen , walk-in pantry, stainless appliances, granite counters, custom built-ins, crown molding throughout, heated pool w/waterfall, hot tub, 2 stall barn w/hay storage/shop, vinyl fencing, dual A/C units. Home remodeled in 2013(Restoration Hardware Style), new exterior doors, double paned windows.

High-end surround sound system. Security system w/smart home features.

TexasFSBO.com ID#530395

Beautiful 4 bedroom home on a cul-de-sac street with no backyard neighbors, upgrades of granite countertops with island feature, undermount sink, and SS appl’s in kitchen. 3 spacious bedrooms and game room pre-wired for surround sound upstairs, and large master suite downstairs with spacious walk-in closet, garden tub, double sink vanity, and separate shower. Backyard covered patio/ automatic sprinkler system throughout entire yard, entry boasts a beautiful wrought-iron front door and welcoming landscaping.

TexasFSBO.com ID#528083

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$195,000 Remington Ranch/45N

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Jac 713-253-4282

Open & spacious 5/2.5/2. Super easy access to I-45 and Beltway. Kitchen with gas cooktop and breakfast bar opens to family room. Formal dining and 2nd living area. Large master suite downstairs. Game room and 4 BR’s upstairs. All large rooms, nice size closets. Backyard features large patio. My Castle Realty agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID#532443

$639,000 Cypress/Kluge Lake

Jason

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$1,000,000 Tomball

George 832-420-5976

$239,000 Spring

My Castle 281-460-4539

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Absolutely No Flooding Anywhere Close. Monticello Energy Efficient Designed Beautiful Home on 7.34 Wooded Acres with Elegant 4 Stall Barn with Office /Yoga Room, Pool/Spa, Guest House, and 4 car garage. Includes New Gourmet Kitchen, Private Master Wing, 4 Fireplaces, New Travertine Tile, Wood Floors, Full House Generator, and New Granite Bathrooms.

TexasFSBO.com ID#515707

You are going to love living in this immaculately maintained water front home. Open, spacious living area and breakfast nook with great views of the lake. Stainless steel appliances and Silestone counters in the kitchen. Beautiful upgraded wood laminate flooring. Master suite with luxurious bath. Formal dining room. Study can easily be converted into 4th bedroom.

Front porch plus a very enjoyable covered back patio. Short walk to highly rated Haude Elementary. Super easy access to i-45 & 99. TexasFSBO.com ID#527479

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$389,900 Friendswood

John 832-226-9464

$267,500 LaPorte

Jac 713-253-4282

Beautiful home in wonderful neighborhood with pool, cool decking, elevated hot tub and covered patio. Lovely entry with winding staircase and marble flooring. Open island kitchen with gas stove, double oven, large pantry plus a butlers pantry. Spacious game room with high ceilings and hideaway storage area. Big bedrooms with walk-in closets. New roof, a/c units, pool/spa heater, water heater and carpet. Did not flood during Harvey. TexasFSBO.com ID#531486

You are going to love living here. Beautifully updated home with pool and patio. Center island kitchen features Granite, tile backsplash, new appliances, gas stove. Spacious living room with soaring ceilings. Nice sized master suite with walk in closet. New wood laminate & carpeting. New fixtures. No neighbors behind. My Castle Realty agent assisted. TexasFSBO.com ID #529737

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$1,429,000 Sugar Land/Sweetwater

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Terry 713-907-1633

This home features large rooms, abundant cabinet space and ample storage space. Entry foyer is 29’X17’, with 21’ ceiling and unique granite floor set in a mosaic style, a free standing staircase and a beautiful chandelier. Custom wall finishes and tasteful trim complement solid wood doors and large windows. A Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer and Thermador ovens and cooktop, microwave and warming drawer help make meal preparation a breeze. An “extra room” adjacent to the Owners Suite was originally built as quarters and has a seperate o/s entrance.

Currently being used as the Owner’s Retreat, it includes a kitchenette, walk-in closet and another full bath. The patio and the balcony are both roof covered. Home has 6 zones heat and 16 SEER a/c, A 60 KW Generac generator. Owner/agent. TexasFSBO.com ID#529842

$799,000 Galveston/Jamaica Beach

SALE PENDING

Don’t miss out on this luxury custom-designed waterfront home in the exclusive community of Jamaica Beach positioned on an almost 1/3 acre canal lot with over 200 feet of bulkhead to maximize the bay, wetland, and canal views. This home has all the amenities of a fine resort including a heated swimming pool, chef-inspired stainless kitchen, multiple entertainment areas, boat and Jet Ski docks, and a large master suite on the top floor with a spa-like bath and private covered wrap-around terrace. TexasFSBO.com ID #423469

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$225,000 Ed Richmond 713-562-6040

$234,900 Sugar Land

Darwin 713-732-1798

Beautiful one story 4 bedroom 2 bath in the Lakemount subdivision. This Perry home has a formal dining & family room with wood floors. Master bath has an oversized tub. Large bedrooms all have ceiling fans and walk in closets. Great location close to Westpark tollway and I-10. TexasFSBO.com ID#532099

Spacious single story home in great location. Approx 2000 sf with big back yard. Two large living areas. Formal dining. Fresh paint. New roof (2018), new HW (2018). Short walk to neighborhood park. Clements HS. Hurry, won’t last.

TexasFSBO.com ID#532027

$185,000 Ed Katy 713-562-6040

$311,900 Kiran Katy/Cinco Ranch 281-467-6220

Beautiful one story 4 bed 2 bath home in Settlers Village boasting a wonderful split floor plan. Huge master bedroom with relaxing garden tub+ separate shower and large walk in closet! island kitchen overlooks the den and features a gas cook top+built in microwave! Great floor plan with formal dining and breakfast! Easy care, Stained Concrete Floor, New roof (2017) New fence (2018) Fresh Paint (2018). TexasFSBO.com ID#529696

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Beautiful family home with lush backyard on an oversized cul de sac lot. Roof replaced in 2011 and Complete one AC unit replaced in 2013.Remodeled garage into an extra room with storage cabinets and French doors. New carpet in the family room and new tile in 2nd bath. Close to shopping, malls, restaurants, hospitals and excellent KATY school district. TexasFSBO.com ID #461991

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$635,000 Fred Sugar Land 832-541-3974

$615,000 Vivek Sugar Land 281-594-8652

$199,500 Eliseo Sharpstown 832-788-5464

$350,000 Lake Olympia

Brand NEW energy-efficient home ready NOW! Oversized site with stunning two story Zinnia offers 2 BR on main, dream kitchen connected to oversized formal dining + outdoor courtyard, fireplace, & built in stainless steel appliances. Master planned community with lakes, trails & combining retail, residential & entertainment components. Known for their energy efficient features, our homes help you live a healthier & quieter lifestyle while saving thousands of dollars on utility bills. TexasFSBO.com ID#531286

Remodeled home, Ready to sell, Storage in the back as well as mini kids house. Kitchen remodeled , painted, gate, and bathroom re-done.

TexasFSBO.com ID#526293

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Build your dream home in this exclusive gated community in Riverstone.

This premier lot overlooks a beautiful private community park. Homes in this gated community range from low $1 million to over $3 million. Excellent schools in Fort Bend ISD. Walking distance to the Club at Riverstone for pool, tennis, playground, and many amenities. Access to LJ parkway, University Ave to US 59, and Fort Bend Toll Road to the medical center.

TexasFSBO.com ID #531496

Byron 832-545-6554

Beautiful home lovingly updated & remodeled. Spacious kitchen with bar seating at the peninsula and island. All new kitchen & laundry appl including gas range w/convection oven for the cook. The main-level master suite has a relaxing whirlpool bath tub, frameless shower, 2 separate vanities & 2 large walk-in closets. Wood grain porcelain tile covers the entire 1st floor, stairs & upstairs baths feature striking quartz counter & vanity tops. New cedar fence, roof, gutters, paint and landscaping. 3 car garage w/extra bay. TexasFSBO. com ID#530671

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$519,000 Tyler Kingwood 832-943-0117

Beautiful freshly remodeled home in highly sought after Kingwood Greens! Spacious 3118 sqft consisting of an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bath, study / game room, and formal dining room. Open concept between the kitchen, breakfast dining area and living room all leading out to the pool patio. TexasFSBO.com ID# 531070

$275,000 Raul Baytown 832-877-3496

This amazing home has been completely renovated inside and out! This country like setting home features a new open kitchen complete with granite & brand new stainless steel appliances, new carpet, new beautiful wood flooring and new bathrooms! The kitchen opens up to the breakfast area and huge open living area with vaulted ceilings. Relax as you see the great views from the new deck to the huge backyard. The backyard is like an oasis with a breath taking waterview. Lots of beautiful trees and tons of open space. Barbers Hill Schools!

New HVAC system. TexasFSBO.com ID#530965s

$251,900 Herbert Quail Valley 843-495-6314

Beautiful Custom Home on one of the Best Streets in Quail Valley!! NOT FLOODED DURING HARVEY- Amazing Views from this Well Maintained Home w/TWO Living Areas Overlooking 7th Green on La Quinta Golf Course, Large Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops. 1st floor Master Suite w/Shower. TexasFSBO.com ID#531065

$234,900 Raul Deer Park 832-304-1744

Welcome to your new home! Nestled in the College Park subdivision. There is gorgeous new tile flooring throughout the home in the kitchen, living area, dining room and hallway. The spacious kitchen opens up to the huge living area. There is brand new carpet in the good sized bedrooms. The kitchen features granite counter tops with new stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinet space.

There are new granite counters and new tile in the updated bathrooms. There is a 5th room that can be used as an office or study. TexasFSBO.com ID#513448

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$395,000 William Katy 281-705-6596

Beautiful 2 story house midway down a cul-de-sac street. Perfect location with fantastic KATY ISD schools. House has plenty of storage areas and built-in shelves. Roof 2015, kitchen remodeled and all carpet replaced in 2009. The house and neighborhood is Harvey proof so buy with confidence. TexasFSBO.com ID#531301

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$175,000 Kyle LaPorte 478-973-2716

$419,900 James League City 713-839-6644

$275,000 Pat Pearland 713-503-1884

$269,000 Danette Hitchcock 281-382-7028

This is a nice 1 story brick home that features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a 2 car attached garage. The home has a large living area with a corner brick fireplace. It has an open kitchen with breakfast bar and attached breakfast area. The master bedroom features a large walk-in closet and master bath with shower! The home has a large sunroom in rear of home along with a storage building! Come see me today!! TexasFSBO.com ID#532460

WOW! Interior Decorator Approved. Gorgeous inside and out.Entire Interior just painted including beautiful upgraded kitchen and bathroom cabinets. New stainless steel appliances. Granite countertops. Brand New carpet throughout the entire home. Double staircase meets in the middle with high ceilings.

Beautiful built in book shelves. Huge Master Bedroom with unique elevated area and sitting room. The Master Bathroom has tranquil spa feeling with beautiful colors and upgraded mirrors and lighting. TexasFSBO.com ID#532750

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Beautiful 2 story 4/3.5/3, Elegant kitchen with Granite counters & castlestyle wood cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances including a 30” gas cooktop w/vent hood & tile backsplash. Amazing 2 story stone f/p w/ massive wood mantle in great room. Cultured granite vanities in all baths.

Huge master w/sitting area & large closet. Luxurious owners bath w/ garden tub & frameless shower. Media room w/bar area, 3 BR’s upstairs.

Tranquil covered patio w/tan concrete finish in the backyard. Sprinkler system. Storage area over garage. TexasFSBO.com ID#530687

Like new home nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac. This beautiful open-floor plan home features 4 bedrooms (master down), 2.5 baths and a 3-car attached garage. Many upgrades throughout. Massive backyard with an in-ground pool and hot tub, custom-built pergola, gas fire-pit and large deck area. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing. No back neighbors. Easy access to I-45. DID NOT FLOOD DURING HARVEY! This amazing home will not last long on the market! TexasFSBO.com

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$559,000 Fort. Worth

SALE PENDING

The perfect family home in Colleyville awaits your family. Located in sough-after the Monterra neighborhood and feeds into Colleyville ES, Cross Timbers MS, and Grapevine HS. All award winning schools. The open floorplan is perfect for the active family with a beautiful outdoor living area overlooking the dive-in pool.

Plenty of room for your pets to run and feel free. Multiple living areas including a theater will bring friends and family together. Five bedrooms gives everyone in the family plenty of space. TexasFSBO.com ID#529791

$265,000 Trevor Round Rock 228-596-1232

Beautifully updated home with no HOA in the highly desired Brushy Creek neighborhood! Within walking distance to Cat Hollow Park and zoned for top-notch RRISD school district. All new appliances in a gorgeously updated kitchen. Quartz countertops throughout the home. Wood/gas burning stone fireplace. Enormous 1/3 acre lot with newly added 320 sq. ft. cedar deck.

TexasFSBO.cpm ID#531926

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$349,900 Joel Liberty Hill/Austin 512-757-0078

Lovely updated home in highly rated LH school district! All stone exterior, granite counter tops, farm house kitchen sink, stained concrete floors, 36�

Dacor dual fuel range, extended patio with raised ceiling/roof and plumbed for propane. Spray foam insulation and 500 gallon buried propane tank mean low energy bills! Both bathrooms have dual sinks with granite topped vanities. 3-car garage, plus extra long driveway for plenty of parking.

TexasFSBO.com ID#530092

$285,000 Dustin Cibolo 979-571-1991

Come see this spacious upgraded home with one of the biggest backyards in the neighborhood (over 20 feet deeper)! Home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a loft, and a formal area/playroom. Open floor plan with all bedrooms and laundry room upstairs. TONS OF UPGRADES INSIDE & OUT! TexasFSBO.com ID#530308

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$89,500 Richland/Chambers Lake

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DC 832-883-1740

Lovely 2/1 cottage near Richland/Chambers Lake. Property consists of; two lots (.584 acres), cottage with covered porch, bunk house, 10 x 30 office or workshop, boat storage, shed, greenhouse. Large carport can fit 4-6 cars. Corner lot. Easy to maintain metal roof and Hardi Plank siding. Small lake community features clubhouse, fire station, boat launch & swimming pool. Live in, or perfect weekend get away. Possible owner finance. TexasFSBO.com ID#524875

Land

$639,999 Ken McKinney 214-707-9212

You are going to love living here! 1 Acre lot in Waterstone Estates. Family room features cathedral ceiling, lots of windows, stone fireplace and great vistas of the large backyard. Kitchen with Granite counter tops, center island and more. Master suite with luxurious bath. Come see today!

TexasFSBO.com ID#528488

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$328,190 Allen Marble Falls Area 713-202-2541

PRICED TO SELL! Over 35 acres on famed Park Road 4, the most scenic drive in Hill Country; Very private home-site in gated Castleview Subdivision, next to Falkenstein Castle and across from Longhorn Cavern State Park. Ag exempted low taxes. Minutes from Marble Falls, Horseshoe bay, Lake LBJ & Lake Buchanan; Water well 25GPM, recent fencing and gates. Large Post Oak & century old cedar trees, rolling terrain; many high building sites; If you need 50 acres lot next door is available. TexasFSBO.com ID #483475

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MY CASTLE REALTY - GARY BISHA & MICHAEL GREINER For Gary Bisha and Michael Greiner of My Castle Realty, a friendship that began in childhood turned into a business partnership nothing short of life-changing – for them and for the thousands of Texas homebuyers and sellers they’ve helped over the years.

“Like any new business, there were a lot of struggles in the beginning,” Gary recalls. “We put out our FSBO publication starting in 2001, but for the first six months it didn’t seem to be catching on. As we were contemplating the future of the business, all of a sudden the phones started ringing and haven’t really stopped since.”

The pair never intended to obtain licenses or offer anything besides FSBO marketing – a website and magazine distributed to 80,000 Houston residents – but their customers were soon clamoring for more. In 2003, Gary and Michael opened a full-service brokerage where sellers could select from an array of services to market their home, including flat-fee listings and traditional full service. Adding buyer’s services was a logical next step. “We’ve created a unique one-stop shop where people can get anything they want to market their homes,” Michael says. “A recent client paid $599 for one of our packages to get additional marketing exposure through the MLS. He sold his home for $2.45 million, saving himself over $73,000 in commissions. We assisted the seller all the way through the closing.”

The best part is you can customize your engagement with his company from full-service or tailor it to your needs. I liked the flexibility that his company offered. I highly recommend using Gary to sell your home.” Another noted: “I doubt any REALTOR® getting 6 percent would have been nearly as helpful as you were throughout the entire process!”

Gary, Michael and the team of agents they work with – people they consider family and key assets to their company’s success – are guided by one simple philosophy: Treat clients like you’d want to be treated. The creed has served them well, with the brokerage continuing to receive referrals from past clients they haven’t spoken to in 10+ years – a testament to the fact that paying attention to your customer’s needs, offering terrific value and overdelivering on your promises can take you far. My Castle Realty has been recognized as a Top 10 Brokerage by the Houston Business Journal every year since 2007, and Texas Monthly Magazine has acknowledged the brokerage as a Five-Star Award winner for five years running. And with a monthly sales volume of 25-30 homes, the fast pace keeps the lifelong friends coming back for more.

“Every day feels like an HGTV show,” Gary and Michael agree. “Every day we’re meeting people and facing new challenges. The schedule is out the window by 10 o’clock, but we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

Such a menu of choices for sellers and buyers is what helps My Castle Realty distinguish itself. “Our motto is, ‘Real estate your way,’” Gary explains. “We don’t force anyone to take the traditional route. If they have a different need, we have a way to fill it. FSBO customers take phone calls and manage their own showings, but we jump right in on negotiations and contracts. Whatever they need, we’re in their corner.”

Customers are quick to agree, with one happy seller commenting: “We worked with Gary Bisha to sell our house in Houston. Gary and his team were professional, helpful and always ready to guide us through any concerns we had.

For more information about Gary Bisha or Michael Greiner of My Castle Realty in Texas, please call 713-683-0054 or email info@askmycastle.com.

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